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'It's over': Nicolas Batum announces retirement from NBA after 18 years

Published by USA TODAY Sports on September 22, 2026 at 8:04 AM ET

Nicolas Batum's stat sheet won't ever jump out at you, but the 37-year-old Frenchman had the undeniable respect of his peers.

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